In this episode of the Brain & Life podcast, hairstylist, salon owner, and Bravo television personality Tabatha Coffey joins Dr. Katy Peters to discuss her experience as a caregiver for her partner as she battled glioblastoma. She also shares about coaching and inspiring others as they deal with similar situations. Dr. Peters is then joined by Dr. Akanksha Sharma, who specializes in neurology, neuro-oncology and palliative medicine at Pacific Neuroscience Institute. Dr. Sharma shares ways for both patients and caregivers maximize their time and quality of life while dealing with difficult diagnoses.

Additional Resources

The Creative Thrive Podcast with Tabatha Coffey

How Caregivers Can Avoid Burnout and Preserve Their Health

How to Reclaim Life After Years of Caregiving

A Matter of Grief

Other Brain & Life Episodes on this Topic

Resiliency and Caregiving with Janet Fanaki

Christina Zorich on the Joys and Struggles of Caregiving

The ‘Humor and Heartache’ of Caregiving with Filmmaker Michelle Boyaner

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Guests: Tabatha Coffey @tabathacoffey; Dr. Akanksha Sharma @drsharmamd

Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD